Nicola Deakin

Director & Solicitor

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Eager to pursue a career in law from a young age and after completing a degree in Law, Nicola began her career as a Care Paralegal and was fully qualified by 2013. Joining Susan Howarth & Company in 2021, Nicola brings substantial commercial experience in family law, having also worked within Public Care and Legal Aid teams, with particular expertise in Children and Domestic Abuse. Nicola was appointed as a Director in June 2024 in recognition of her hard work and commitment to SH&Co., undertaking additional responsibilities including Training Reporting Officer, Legal Aid Contract Manager and IT Management. Driven with a desire to improve her clients’ lives and obtain the best possible outcome for them, Nicola especially loves to see more vulnerable clients grow in confidence and realise a positive outlook for their future. Outside work, spending time at the seaside with her family is Nicola’s ‘happy place’. Nicola occasionally indulges in a Netflix boxset binge but has also been known to take part in various fundraising activities such as the Pink Collar Boxing challenge – a worthy and respectable contender, we certainly won’t be messing with her! Expertise: - Divorce - Separation Agreements - Financial Settlements - Child Arrangements incl. contact arrangements, residence; and Prohibited Steps/Specific Issue - Domestic Abuse/Violence - Pre-marital/post-marital agreements - Civil Partnership dissolution - Cohabitation Agreements and unmarried couples Qualifications - LLB Law

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 509152

  • Based in Northwich, Cheshire
  • Licensed for 13 years

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Eager to pursue a career in law from a young age and after completing a degree in Law, Nicola began her career as a Care Paralegal and was fully qualified by 2013. Joining Susan Howarth & Company in 2021, Nicola brings substantial commercial experience in family law, having also worked within Public Care and Legal Aid teams, with particular expertise in Children and Domestic Abuse. Nicola was appointed as a Director in June 2024 in recognition of her hard work and commitment to SH&Co., undertaking additional responsibilities including Training Reporting Officer, Legal Aid Contract Manager and IT Management. Driven with a desire to improve her clients’ lives and obtain the best possible outcome for them, Nicola especially loves to see more vulnerable clients grow in confidence and realise a positive outlook for their future. Outside work, spending time at the seaside with her family is Nicola’s ‘happy place’. Nicola occasionally indulges in a Netflix boxset binge but has also been known to take part in various fundraising activities such as the Pink Collar Boxing challenge – a worthy and respectable contender, we certainly won’t be messing with her! Expertise: - Divorce - Separation Agreements - Financial Settlements - Child Arrangements incl. contact arrangements, residence; and Prohibited Steps/Specific Issue - Domestic Abuse/Violence - Pre-marital/post-marital agreements - Civil Partnership dissolution - Cohabitation Agreements and unmarried couples Qualifications - LLB Law

  • Regulated by: The Solicitors Regulation Authority

  • Regulator ID: 509152

  • Based in Northwich, Cheshire
  • Licensed for 13 years

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Monday 09:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

41 Chester Way, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 5JE

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Couldn't of done it without her help !!

Nicola Deakin was my solicitor during a very emotional and distressing time for me. Without her help and support I could never of been strong enough to stand and take on the biggest and hardest fight of my life. Nicola was always professional and often worked long past her normal working hours in order to support me, nothing was ever to big or small. I really cant thank her enough.

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Thank you for taking the time to recognise Nicola's efforts and dedication. We are pleased to know that her support made a meaningful difference during such a difficult time.

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Nathaniel O

Family Law

Amazing law firm, and the best solicitor I could ever ask for!

I was introduced to Nicola in late July of last year, to help me with a very different and emotional case. Nicola Deakin took on my case with total confidence and compassion. All the way through a very difficult and upsetting 12 months she was always on hand and in direct contact night and day. Always keeping me updated straight away. I felt totally relaxed and confident Nicola would get me the result I could only pray for. Not only did Nicola get the result myself and my family had hoped, she went on to get us more than we could’ve ever imagined! I cannot say thank you enough for all she has done. Nicola is a absolute genius when it comes to family law. Certainly the best in the business. Highly recommended.

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Hi Nathaniel, thank you for sharing such incredible feedback! We know how stressful and emotionally challenging family law matters can be, and we are so proud of Nicola for her total dedication, compassion, and tireless support throughout your case. Hearing how delighted you and your family are with the final result is wonderful. We truly appreciate your high recommendation and wish you all the best!

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anonymous

Family Law

First class law firm - highly recommend

I engaged Susan Howarth & Co for what turned out to be something of a complex and difficult case. Nicola Deakin took up this mantle with total confidence, understanding and compassion. Throughout the case her precise and direct approach was greatly appreciated both in terms of updating me and responding where required to others. Nicola was in regular direct contact and I felt totally at ease knowing that the best possible outcome was a realistic expectation due to Nicola's hard work, determined and disciplined approach. Whilst I hope to not need to engage a law firm again for the foreseeable if I ever did need legal representation in future my first phone call would be to Nicola irrelevant of the issue at hand, she is a credit to her law firm and above all a top tier legal professional. Highly recommended.

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Thank you for placing your trust in Nicola and our firm. We hope you don't need legal representation again anytime soon, but please know our door is always open should you ever need us. All the very best.

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Chloe

Family Law

Highly recommend

I had the pleasure of working with Nicola during a very difficult time in my life, and I cannot thank her enough for professionalism, compassion, and expertise. From our first consultation, she demonstrated a deep understanding of family law and offered clear, realistic advice tailored to my situation. Throughout the process, communication was excellent. She kept me informed at every stage, answered all of my questions promptly, and always made me feel heard. She’s calm and reassuring approach helped ease a lot of the stress I was experiencing, especially during emotional court proceedings.

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John

Family Law

Excellent and professional

I was uncertain which way to approach any solicitor until I spoke to Nicola. I felt vulnerable and very nervous in taking the route I did. The experience working with an excellent solicitor has made me feel that there was a light at the end of the tunnel. I have now gained alot more time with my daughter. I couldn't be any happier. Thankyou Nicola for everything you have done for me.

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Sheena

Susan Howarth Solicitors are an excellent practice, and in particular Nicola Deakin is extremely competent, knowledgeable, strong and I would thoroughly recommend her for any family/child issues. She achieved everything we hoped for and more.

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Amy

I recently went through family court and I would like to say how Nicola Deakin made the experience less stressful. Very efficient and kept up to date all the way through. Completely understood concerns and got me the best outcome possible. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. Thank you

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Sally

This solicitors have handled my divorce with care and professionalism at all times and for that I am extremely grateful.

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